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President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping discussed Taiwan, artificial intelligence and security issues Tuesday in a call meant to demonstrate a return to regular leader-to-leader dialogue between the two powers. The call, described by the White House as “candid and const...

President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping have discussed Taiwan, artificial intelligence and security issues in a call meant to demonstrate a return to regular leader-to-leader dialogue between the

President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping have discussed Taiwan, artificial intelligence and security issues in a call meant to demonstrate a return to regular leader-to-leader dialogue between the

A call, described by the White House as 'candid and constructive,' was the leaders’ first conversation since their November summit in California produced renewed ties between the two nations’ militaries.

President Marcos forms body to beef up West Philippine Sea security Asia News Network (ANN) is the leading regional alliance of news titles striving to bring the region closer, through an active sharing of editorial content on happenings in the region.

While Manila should engage its allies and bolster its defence capabilities, the key to resolving the row is through ‘negotiations and direct talks’, analysts say.

Chairman Xi Jinpings hardening stance against the Philippines has led to increased aggression by the China Coast Guard (CCG) in the South China Sea, particularly at Second Thomas Shoal. The CCG has been harassing Philippine resupply missions to a garrison there, with incidents including water cannon use and ramming. The Philippines has protested these actions, stating they violate international law. Despite efforts to resolve differences peacefully, Chinas actions continue to escalate tensions i...

The United States, Japan, and the Philippines are reportedly preparing for joint naval patrols, heightening the ongoing tensions in the

China has long ago crossed the threshold from epoch-defining challenge to adversary

Senator Marcos also defended the so-called ‘gentleman’s agreement’ between former President Rodrigo Duterte and China, stressing that ‘it was the practical thin